February 17th, 2024 Royce Shook
You get annoyed when people are too loud: Remember the days when you were the “life of the party”? Well, now it’s those darn kids at the bus stop who need to turn it down a notch. But hey, you’ve earned the right to enjoy some peace and quiet. You order the same shoe in […]
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February 16th, 2024 Royce Shook
Many of these sayings were passed down through generations as pieces of wisdom and guidance for children. Here’s one explanation for why parents or older generations might use these sayings with their children: The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree: This saying implies that children often inherit traits or qualities from their parents, emphasizing […]
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February 16th, 2024 Royce Shook
When I was growing up my parents and their generation always had little sayings to pass on wisdom and to keep us in line. How many of these do you remember? 1. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree… 2. Like two peas in a pod 3. Children are meant to be seen and […]
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February 15th, 2024 Royce Shook
Mercer and CFA Institute have released the 15th annual Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index (MCGPI). The Netherlands’ retirement income system has regained the top spot on the list, with Iceland and Denmark taking second and third places respectively. How does your country rank? Canada has a B, Australia has a B+ and the United […]
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February 14th, 2024 Royce Shook
Here are 29 dad jokes about leap year enjoy Valentine’s Day with some humour. 1. Why did the calendar break up with the leap year? It just needed some space. 2. How do you plan a party for February 29th? You make sure it’s a leap bash! 3. What do you call a leap year […]
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February 13th, 2024 Royce Shook
If you ever get bored, Wikipedia can give you hours of fun. Here is this day in history according to the editors of Wikipedia February 13 is the 44th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 322 days remain until the end of the year (we are in a leap year). Events Pre-1600 · […]
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February 12th, 2024 Royce Shook
The statement that “Of the four seasons, winter is by far the most paradoxical” suggests that winter is a season that exhibits contradictory characteristics, making it unique and complex in comparison to the other seasons. Winter can be incredibly harsh, with freezing temperatures, snowstorms, and icy conditions. However, it’s also considered one of the most […]
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February 11th, 2024 Royce Shook
We need to acknowledge uncertainty and not fight against it Once we understand that doing this is a powerful concept that can be applied to various aspects of life. When faced with a health condition, acknowledging the uncertainty of the outcome can reduce anxiety. Instead of resisting the reality of the illness, one can focus […]
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February 10th, 2024 Royce Shook
I have been asked by many approaching retirement this question, “Do you really need to take a view on inflation for the purposes of modelling future wealth?” When approaching retirement and trying to model future wealth, it’s essential to consider the potential impact of inflation on your financial planning. Inflation is a key factor that […]
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February 9th, 2024 Royce Shook
At any age, you can find solace and renewed purpose. It’s never too late to set another goal or to dream a new dream. When you’re feeling down, remember that life can still surprise you with beautiful moments. These moments, though they may be few, are the ones that can rekindle your spirit and breathe […]
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